Stratford-upon-Avon Guild of Weavers Spinners and Dyers

 As the years draws to a close, the committee extends their warmest wishes to all our members. We've had a fantastic year, filled with wonderful speakers and creative workshops. In our final session of the year, Anna walked us through some nice Christmas ornaments - instructions for which are featured in the latest newsletter. Be sure to check it out if your tree feels a little bare! The Methodist Hall was also filled with good food in great company, thanks to the incredible spread made by our talented members. Wool Tinsel by Sally. Thank you for being part of our guild this year. We look forward to seeing you in 2025.

  Our next meeting is this Saturday, the 14th. Please note, it is the Victorian Christmas Market this Saturday, so travelling to the hall may take longer than normal. Food As is traditional for our December meeting, we will be doing a shared lunch for those that want to take part. Any food contributions should be labelled and ready to prepare and serve with minimal handling (i.e. pre-portioned). If your item contains a potential allergen (nuts, gluten etc), please ensure the label states such. Follow all sensible food handling procedures, but if you are at all concerned about sharing, please feel free to just bring your own lunch. Christmas Ornament Session Example of a 'wool tinsel' from Anna. During the morning session we will be running a session making some different types of Christmas ornaments for those that want to take part. We will be bringing along the main items needed (except for the 'wool tinsel') and instructions. There will also be some non-seasonal optio...

  Analiza Jones joined us 2 weeks ago to talk about how Philippine woven bags materials are harvested and processed, then woven into beautiful creations. Some of us even went home with a few! It was lovely having her, despite the technical difficulties, we persevered. We're already November! Have you thought about what we should focus on for next year? Did you enjoy the balance of member-led sessions and guest speakers this year? Remember as a member of the guild, your opinion matters. Send us your thoughts through email to wsdstratford@gmail.com.

  TERESINHA ROBERTS will be joining us on Saturday 19th October for a talk on Sustainability in Textiles.  In an age of fast fashion and the ensuing vast amounts of waste this is a timely talk for us all. Doors will open as usual at 10.15 am with the meeting commencing at 10.30 am with a few notes and introductions. Drinks and refreshments will be available but don't forget to bring along your own lunch. The usual guest fee of £5 for non-members and all are welcome. Plenty of time after the talk for social crafting so bring along your projects and any questions the members can hopefully help you with.

Worldwide Spin in Public is an annual event that many Guilds participate in around the UK and overseas. Our Guild will be demonstrating and spinning in public at an Open Day that the Methodist Hall in Stratford is running for their Anniversary Celebrations.  The event runs from 2pm - 5 pm on this coming Saturday 21st September. Come and see us amoung other users of this community hub and enjoy some tea and cake when you do. Keep an eye out for other members too around the area who will be out and about spinning in public.

Welcoming back our current and new members after a summer break.  Join us this Saturday for a catch up, some silk spinning, thoughts on how to celebrate our 50th year and more. Doors open as usual at 10.15 am for a 10.30 am start with the meeting closing at 3 pm.  Bring along your lunch but drinks will be available throughout the meeting. Bring along your current crafting to work with if you wish.